About Us

Join us at Cleanaway and contribute to making a sustainable future possible, together.

We transform waste into resources and renewable energy.  When you start to think of waste as a resource, it opens a world of possibilities.

As a high growth, ASX listed organisation with over 10,000 employees, our goal is to be recognised by our customers as the most innovative and sustainable waste management company with industry leading HSE performance.  We are Australia’s largest company in this sector, providing essential services to millions of customers and communities nationally.

 

The Opportunity

Join our Peakhurst depot as a Branch Manager, where you’ll lead waste collection and resource recovery services for a significant local council contract. This is a hands-on role where you will oversee service delivery, compliance, financial performance, and stakeholder relationships, ensuring that operations are efficient, safe, and aligned with sustainability goals.

Key responsibilities will include, but not be limited to:

• Oversee the waste management contract, ensuring all KPIs and service levels are met.

• Provide leadership and guidance to the operations staff, fostering a culture of teamwork, accountability, and continuous improvement. 
• Work closely with the supervisor and drivers to maintain efficient daily operations.

• Champion safety initiatives, investigate incidents, and build a safety-first culture within the team, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.

• Manage contract budgets, monitor costs, and drive efficiency improvements.
• Identify and implement opportunities to enhance service delivery and sustainability initiatives.

 

About You

You’re a hands-on leader with a strong focus on building the right culture and ensuring processes are followed consistently. You’re comfortable managing contracts, have exposure to Enterprise Agreements, and can confidently navigate challenging conversations when needed. You lead with clarity and accountability, bringing people with you while setting clear expectations and standards.

You’ll also bring:

• Strong leadership and people management skills, with the ability to motivate and develop teams to achieve performance goals
• Proven experience in an operations management role within a logistics or industrial environment (desirable)
• Well-developed analytical and problem-solving skills, with a focus on continuous improvement and operational optimisation
• Strong safety leadership, with functional knowledge of HSE legislation and safety management systems
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written

 

What’s in it for you:

• A close-knit team – Join a supportive crew backed by a broader network of experienced colleagues who are always ready to lend a hand.
• Make a real impact – Be part of a team that contributes meaningfully to your local community.
• Competitive salary package – Enjoy a generous and rewarding remuneration.
• Join a high-growth, ASX 100-listed business – Be part of a company with big goals and the momentum to match.
• Employee share program – Share in the success you help create.
• Great staff benefits – Including novated leasing, salary sacrificing on work-related expenses, discounted private health insurance, and more.
• Ongoing training – We’ll support your continued learning every step of the way.

Our Process:

Our recruitment process involves a number of checks including, but not limited to, criminal history, medicals, drug & alcohol testing, as well as verification of qualifications, licences and right-to-work status.

• We are dedicated to improving employment outcomes and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. We also welcome candidates of all ages, abilities, gender identities, experiences (including veterans), and cultural backgrounds.
• If you require any adjustments during the recruitment process, please contact us by emailing inclusion@cleanaway.com.au.
  Join us on our exciting journey towards a sustainable future.
• Simply click the Apply button below or visit https://www.cleanaway.com.au/about-us/careers and let's make a positive impact together.

 

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